In these dark days filled with uncertainty and entrenched in fear, I look for hidden gems, things I may never have noticed in my self-imposed haste of day-to-day existence. Those small moments of beauty that take your breath away when you pause long enough to really see them, as humble as a tiny flower or … More Hidden Gems
As I look out at the scorched earth of a Southern summer, Somnolent bees nuzzling thirsty petals in the lazy breeze, I wipe the sweat from my brow, grateful for this season of life. I am in my own summer, youth no longer at my beck and call. I feel the whispers of fall, the … More The Scorched Earth
I woke up on this beautiful spring morning to the sounds of bird song through our open windows. For once I didn’t have to jump out of bed and race to be somewhere- such a luxury! This is my favorite time of year as the world awakens, creating a riot of color and life after … More Sunday Reflection: Life, Love, Laughter, and Promise
The winter has been unforgiving, Cold and bleak, Leaving spirits dampened and hope diminished. There is change in the air, though; I feel it in my bones, can taste it upon my lips. Mother Earth stretches and yawns, Her sweet breath whispering words of encouragement to a slumbering land; Wake, my children, the time has … More Hope Eternal
Today is my second full day at home post-surgery. I have been given strict orders to rest, to walk around the house throughout the day, to not lift anything heavier than ten pounds, no housework or yard work of any kind, no driving, no bending…pretty much to restrict my activity and sit in my chair … More On Slowing Down and the Go-Go-Go Girl
At this time of year, magic is always just around the corner… Almost! Getting closer…. Tah-Dah!
The View from Here 